Mushroom “Carnitas”
- Yield 4
- Prep 30 minutes
- Cook 45 minutes
- Total 15 minutes
Mushroom “Carnitas” is a dinner recipe on Avoteb. The yield on the card is 4. Plan on 15 minutes from start to plate. The amounts and the method are both on this page.
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings
- 2 pounds king oyster mushrooms (or baby bella or shiitake mushrooms)
- 2 fresh limes, divided
- 1/2 cup beer*
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- chopped fresh cilantro, for topping
Method
Slice off the mushroom caps (if using king oyster mushrooms) and thinly slice them with a knife. Take a fork to shred the mushroom stems into thin bite-sized pieces. Tip in the shredded and sliced mushrooms to a large mixing bowl.
Marinate the mushrooms. In a separate measuring cup or mixing bowl, whisk together the juice of one lime (about 2 tablespoons), beer, orange juice, oil, garlic powder, ground cumin, oregano, salt and black pepper until combined. Spoon the marinade over the mushrooms, then toss gently until the mushrooms are evenly coated.
Warm the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Leave the mushrooms. Let the mushrooms marinate for about 15-20 minutes while the oven heats. Then move the mushrooms to a large baking sheet and spread them out in an even layer. Roast for about 30 to 40 minutes, removing the mushrooms at the 20-minute mark to give them a brief stir, and then again every 5 minutes afterwards. The mushrooms will likely be fairly juicy at the 20-minute mark, but don't worry, the liquid will evaporate and they will become browned and crispy as time goes on. Once
Salt Spoon the mushrooms evenly with the juice of the remaining lime (about 2 tablespoons) and sprinkle with cilantro, if desired. Give the mushrooms a quick taste, and season with extra salt and pepper if needed.
Plate Plate warm in tacos, burritos, burrito bowls, quesadillas, enchiladas, salads, or whatever sounds good. Enjoy!
